1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |
